Post by Okwes on Oct 9, 2006 11:08:10 GMT -5
4 Key herbs to help fight Diabetes
#1 - Fenugreek - Ancient Spice and potent weapon against diabetes.
Fenugreek appears to work by slowing the rapid absorption of sugars and improving the utilization of sugar once it is absorbed. The active ingredient in Fenugreek is a special soluble fiber along with the alkaloid, trigonelline. Researchers reported that Fenugreek in the diet significantly reduced fasting blood sugar and improved glucose intolerance. This finding indicates a marked improvement in insulin sensitivity.
#2 -Cinnamon Extract combats Insulin resistance.
More than a decade ago, scientific studies found that compounds in Cinnamon made fat cells much more responsive to insulin, the hormone that regulates sugar metabolism and thus controls the level of glucose in the blood. Researchers found that the study volunteers who were randomly assigned to receive Cinnamon Extract had fasting glucose levels that were improved by 10.3%.
#3 - Bitter Melon tames blood sugar ups and downs.
A frustrating challenge of controlling diabetes is managing the daily ups and downs to keep blood sugar on an even keel. Bitter Melon, also known as Momordica Charantia, is common in Asia and has long been used as a way to normalize blood sugar levels. The blood sugar-lowering action of the juice or an extract of Bitter Melon has been clearly established in several studies. Bitter Melon has several compounds with confirmed antidiabetic properties and strong glucose-regulating effects.
#4 - Gymnema Sylvestre - cornerstone of hebal diabetic treatment.
Gymnema Sylvestre is perhaps the most powerful herbal agent for improving blood sugar control. “One of the cornerstones of herbal treatment is Gymnema Sylvestre, an Indian herb,” says Dr. Rebecca Winsome. Human studies have demonstrated that Gymnema Sylvestre has therapeutic value for both type 1 and 2 diabetes. It does not cause low blood sugar and does not affect people whose blood sugar is normal.
#1 - Fenugreek - Ancient Spice and potent weapon against diabetes.
Fenugreek appears to work by slowing the rapid absorption of sugars and improving the utilization of sugar once it is absorbed. The active ingredient in Fenugreek is a special soluble fiber along with the alkaloid, trigonelline. Researchers reported that Fenugreek in the diet significantly reduced fasting blood sugar and improved glucose intolerance. This finding indicates a marked improvement in insulin sensitivity.
#2 -Cinnamon Extract combats Insulin resistance.
More than a decade ago, scientific studies found that compounds in Cinnamon made fat cells much more responsive to insulin, the hormone that regulates sugar metabolism and thus controls the level of glucose in the blood. Researchers found that the study volunteers who were randomly assigned to receive Cinnamon Extract had fasting glucose levels that were improved by 10.3%.
#3 - Bitter Melon tames blood sugar ups and downs.
A frustrating challenge of controlling diabetes is managing the daily ups and downs to keep blood sugar on an even keel. Bitter Melon, also known as Momordica Charantia, is common in Asia and has long been used as a way to normalize blood sugar levels. The blood sugar-lowering action of the juice or an extract of Bitter Melon has been clearly established in several studies. Bitter Melon has several compounds with confirmed antidiabetic properties and strong glucose-regulating effects.
#4 - Gymnema Sylvestre - cornerstone of hebal diabetic treatment.
Gymnema Sylvestre is perhaps the most powerful herbal agent for improving blood sugar control. “One of the cornerstones of herbal treatment is Gymnema Sylvestre, an Indian herb,” says Dr. Rebecca Winsome. Human studies have demonstrated that Gymnema Sylvestre has therapeutic value for both type 1 and 2 diabetes. It does not cause low blood sugar and does not affect people whose blood sugar is normal.